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Fort Pocahontas

Fort Pocahontas is a history museum in Charles City, Virginia. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Fort Pocahontas?

Fort Pocahontas was an earthen fort on the north bank of the James River at Wilson's Wharf, in Charles City County, Virginia which served as a Union supply depot during the American Civil War. The fort was constructed by African-American soldiers of the United States Colored Troops under the command of Brig. Gen. Edward Augustus Wild.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Fort Pocahontas
Type
History Museum
City
Charles City
State
Virginia
Website
http://www.fortpocahontas.org/INDEX.HTML
IMLS Museum ID
8405100862
Coordinates
37.36692, -77.09564
What kind of museum is Fort Pocahontas?

Fort Pocahontas is classified as a history museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more history museums →

Where is Fort Pocahontas located?

Fort Pocahontas is located in Charles City, Virginia at approximately 37.36692, -77.09564. See the map above.

Does Fort Pocahontas have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.fortpocahontas.org/INDEX.HTML. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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